The companies said this method may be used to restore power more safely and efficiently after a storm.

“We are pleased to be working with Lockheed Martin on this application that could provide invaluable assistance to us in responding to storm emergencies,” said Mark S. Lynch, president and CEO of NYSEG and RG&E.

Lockheed Martin said this week or early next week, depending on weather, it will be testing the video along the NYSEG distribution circuits near Owego, north of Owego and Apalachin.

Lockheed Martin will also be testing near NYSEG’s training facility on Reynolds Road in Johnson City.